What are the main factors that influence a Junior Network Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Junior Network Engineer's salary?

A Junior Network Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Junior Network Engineer (0-2 years)earns $79,934, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,364, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,360, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,567, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,221,

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Network Engineer?

Junior Network Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Network Engineer roles are District of Columbia $88,200, California $87,865, Massachusetts $86,694. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Junior Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,653; Network Engineer V: $153,167; Junior Engineer: $146,590; Network Engineer III: $113,834; Network Engineer: $95,288.

Junior Network Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Network Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Network Engineer in Delaware is $80,672 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Junior Network Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,854
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,745 to $90,713
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,348

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Junior Network Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,713	$7,559	$1,744	$44
Average	$80,672	$6,723	$1,551	$39
25th Percentile	$74,745	$6,229	$1,437	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Network Engineer Salaries

A Junior Network Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Junior Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Network Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,934
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,364
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,360
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,567
Expert (over 8 years): $155,221

Levels	Salary
Junior Ne... Level Junior Network Engineer	$79,934
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$95,364
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$115,360
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$135,567
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$155,221

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How Do Junior Network Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Junior Network Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,200.
California: $87,865.
Massachusetts: $86,694.

District of Columbia $88,200 California $87,865 Massachusetts $86,694 Washington $86,376 New Jersey $86,344 Alaska $86,232 Connecticut $85,133 New York $84,687

Hawaii $83,261 Rhode Island $82,592 Maryland $82,138 Minnesota $81,516 Colorado $81,277 Illinois $81,198 Oregon $80,895 Delaware $80,672

New Hampshire $80,532 Virginia $80,218 Pennsylvania $79,302 Nevada $78,840 North Dakota $78,688 Michigan $78,449 Wisconsin $78,362 Vermont $78,186

Texas $77,701 Maine $77,669 Arizona $77,621 Ohio $77,565 Georgia $76,832 Indiana $76,466 Wyoming $76,394 Utah $76,283

Iowa $76,235 Kansas $75,852 Louisiana $75,741 North Carolina $75,701 Missouri $75,685 Florida $75,374 Montana $75,207 Nebraska $75,048

Kentucky $74,960 South Carolina $74,642 Tennessee $74,442 Idaho $74,363 New Mexico $73,781 Oklahoma $73,654 Alabama $73,184 South Dakota $72,395

Arkansas $71,965 West Virginia $71,734 Mississippi $71,041

Top Paying Cities for Junior Network Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $80,309
Little Creek: $80,897
Magnolia: $80,780

Lincoln, DE $80,309 Little Creek, DE $80,897 Magnolia, DE $80,780 Milford, DE $80,513 Marydel, DE $80,645 Millsboro, DE $79,972 Millville, DE $80,095 Milton, DE $80,234

Nassau, DE $80,292 Ocean View, DE $80,082 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,235 Seaford, DE $80,281 Selbyville, DE $79,949 Smyrna, DE $80,952 Viola, DE $80,579 Woodside, DE $80,796

Bear, DE $80,610 Newark, DE $80,579 Claymont, DE $80,744 Delaware City, DE $80,660 Hockessin, DE $80,572 Kirkwood, DE $80,645 Middletown, DE $80,676 Montchanin, DE $80,591

New Castle, DE $80,603 Odessa, DE $80,716 Port Penn, DE $80,770 Rockland, DE $80,599 Saint Georges, DE $80,650 Townsend, DE $80,775 Winterthur, DE $80,608 Lewes, DE $80,265

Wilmington, DE $80,576 Dover, DE $80,897 Dover Afb, DE $80,470 Bethany Beach, DE $79,997 Bethel, DE $80,080 Bridgeville, DE $80,269 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,669 Cheswold, DE $80,870

Clayton, DE $80,873 Dagsboro, DE $79,941 Delmar, DE $79,813 Ellendale, DE $80,055 Felton, DE $80,506 Fenwick Island, DE $79,959 Frankford, DE $79,820 Frederica, DE $80,586

Georgetown, DE $79,911 Greenwood, DE $80,282 Harbeson, DE $79,996 Harrington, DE $80,404 Hartly, DE $80,654 Houston, DE $80,290 Kenton, DE $80,877 Laurel, DE $79,863

Yorklyn, DE $80,596

Junior Network Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Network Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$74,745

Average $80,672/year

$90,713

$6,229

Average $6,723/month

$7,559

$1,437

Average $1,551/week

$1,744

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,713	$7,559	$1,744	$44
Average	$80,672	$6,723	$1,551	$39
25th Percentile	$74,745	$6,229	$1,437	$36

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